Experts’ multiple criteria evaluations of fuel management options to reduce wildfire susceptibility. The role of closer knowledge of the local socioeconomic context

Dyslexia is a neuro-developmental disorder characterized by difficulties in learning to read despite conventional instruction, adequate intelligence and a balanced sociocultural background. Dyslexia is the most common type of learning disorder. Reading difficulties affect a child’s academic achievement. As primary eye care practitioners, optometrists have a role in attending to patients who may present with symptoms indicative of dyslexia, therefore an understanding of dyslexia will be beneficial to the optometrist. This paper presents an overview of dyslexia and discusses its prevalence, aetiology, classifications, neural pathways involved in reading, theories, neuro-imaging techniques and management options. The role of optometry in the multidisciplinary management of dyslexia is discussed. (S Afr Optom 2011 70(2) 89-98)

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DEVELOPING A FRAMEWORK FOR EVALUATING SPENT NUCLEAR FUEL MANAGEMENT OPTIONS FOR SOUTH AFRICA

The South African Journal of Industrial Engineering ◽

10.7166/19-2-90 ◽

2012 ◽

Vol 19 (2) ◽

Author(s):

V.G. Twala ◽

T. Auf der Heyde ◽

P.J. Bredell ◽

L. Pretorius

Keyword(s):

South Africa ◽

Nuclear Fuel ◽

Spent Nuclear Fuel ◽

Fuel Management ◽

Management Options

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Symptomatic Cystic Lesion Following Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery

Deep Brain Stimulation ◽

10.1093/med/9780190647209.003.0007 ◽

2020 ◽

pp. 37-40

Author(s):

Vibhash D. Sharma ◽

Shilpa Chitnis

Keyword(s):

Deep Brain Stimulation ◽

Brain Stimulation ◽

Rare Complication ◽

Cyst Formation ◽

Management Options ◽

Unexplained Symptoms ◽

The Common ◽

Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery ◽

Deep Brain

Deep brain stimulation therapy is an effective therapy for selected patients with movement disorders. The procedure is relatively safe, but complications related to the surgical procedure or implanted hardware can occur. The common complications include hemorrhage, infarct, infection, and confusion. Noninfectious cyst formation around the DBS lead is a rare but potential complication of this procedure, which can occur several weeks to months after DBS lead implantation. This chapter describes a case of noninfectious cyst formation at the tip of DBS lead in a patient with essential tremor. Clinical presentation, role of imaging, and the management options for this rare complication are discussed. This case also illustrates the importance of post-DBS imaging in suspected cases with new or unexplained symptoms.

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Metastatic tumours: spinal cord, plexus, and peripheral nerve

10.1093/med/9780199651870.003.0020 ◽

2017 ◽

Author(s):

David Schiff ◽

Jonathan Sherman ◽

Paul D. Brown

Keyword(s):

Spinal Cord ◽

Peripheral Nerve ◽

Clinical Manifestations ◽

Cord Compression ◽

Management Options ◽

Intramedullary Spinal Cord ◽

Neurological Morbidity ◽

Neurological Prognosis ◽

Spinal Epidural

Systemic cancers produce substantial neurological morbidity when they spread to the spinal epidural space, producing epidural spinal cord compression—a neurological emergency. Less often, metastases spread directly to spinal cord parenchyma to manifest as intramedullary spinal cord metastasis or result in peripheral nerve dysfunction via compression of the brachial, lumbosacral, or, rarely, the cervical plexus. This chapter reviews the clinical manifestations and risk factors for development of these entities, the diagnostic approach, management options including the role of surgery, radiation (including stereotactic body radiation therapy), and chemotherapy, as well as the neurological prognosis.

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Risk management options for endocrine disruptors in national and international programs

Pure and Applied Chemistry ◽

10.1351/pac200375112549 ◽

2003 ◽

Vol 75 (11-12) ◽

pp. 2549-2553

Author(s):

J. C. Lamb ◽

H. B. W. M. Koëter ◽

R. Becker ◽

A. Gies ◽

Les Davies ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Risk Management ◽

Food Additives ◽

Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals ◽

Regulatory Agencies ◽

Screening Methods ◽

International Programs ◽

Management Options ◽

Industrialized Nations ◽

Endocrine Disrupting

This workshop was convened to address common issues and concerns associated with risk management of endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs). The talks described the tools and policies for key Japanese, Australian, German, and U.S. regulatory agencies. The agencies participating in the workshop were responsible for the regulation of various substances including: chemicals, pesticides, environmental contamination, pharmaceuticals, and food additives. The panel also described the role of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) in standardizing the tools and validation of testing and screening methods. The panel also included nongovernmental organizations presenting the views of the World Wildlife Fund, and the chemical industry from industrialized nations; each organization described its concerns and proposed approaches to risk management of EDCs. This summary highlights the most important areas of common points of view of government, industry, and environmentalists. We also try to identify issues upon which viewpoints diverge.

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Malignant Pleural Effusions: Management Options

Seminars in Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine ◽

10.1055/s-0038-1676572 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 39 (06) ◽

pp. 704-712 ◽

Cited By ~ 4

Author(s):

Jose Porcel ◽

Najib Rahman ◽

David McCracken

Keyword(s):

Malignant Pleural Effusion ◽

Conventional Treatment ◽

Fibrinolytic Therapy ◽

Patient Benefit ◽

Management Options ◽

Future Directions ◽

Population Demographics ◽

Health Care Burden ◽

Significant Health

AbstractMalignant pleural effusion (MPE) represents advanced metastatic malignancy and is associated with poor median survival. Incidence remains high and continues to rise, in part due to changing population demographics. This therefore represents a significant health care burden. Management is predominantly palliative in nature and multiple interventions are available within conventional treatment paradigms, all of which are proven to result in statistically significant patient benefit. This article further explores the methods available in the management of MPE along with the pitfalls, complications, and alternatives. Recent advances within the field are discussed with an exploration of likely future directions, including the role of ultrasound as a prospective predictor and the role of intrapleural fibrinolytic therapy.

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Trend Micro (A): Responding to a Service Failure

Kellogg School of Management Cases ◽

10.1108/case.kellogg.2016.000377 ◽

2017 ◽

pp. 1-2

Author(s):

Alice M. Tybout

Keyword(s):

Corporate Culture ◽

Stock Price ◽

Customer Orientation ◽

Service Failure ◽

Collaborative Culture ◽

Management Options ◽

Security Software ◽

Short Period ◽

The Media

Trend Micro, an antivirus and Internet content security software provider, accidentally releases a flawed pattern file update that disables users' computers. The primary impact is on users in Japan, where 150,000 customers are affected. As the media press for answers and the stock price plummets, Eva Chen (CEO) and Akihiko Omikawa (president of Trend Micro Japan) must decide how to respond.To consider a range of crisis management options, including apologizing, sharing information, and compensating harmed customers and illustrate the role of corporate culture in determining a company's response to a crisis. Trend Micro's strong customer orientation and collaborative culture guided its response and led to a full recovery in a short period of time.

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